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USDA Cattle on Feed report signals bullish trend for cattle market
The latest USDA Cattle on Feed report indicates a bullish signal for the cattle market, driven primarily by lower-than-expected placements. While total cattle on feed rose by 1.8 percent, placements fell by 11 percent and marketings decreased by over 7 percent compared to last year.
Industry experts note that the decline in placements, combined with marketings exceeding placements, has reduced on-feed numbers more significantly than anticipated. Additionally, the average placement weight reached 766.5 pounds, which is 1.5 pounds heavier than the previous year, a trend attributed to tight supplies and drought conditions.
Market volatility remains a factor as the industry prepares for the resumption of live cattle imports from Mexico. Furthermore, a recent U.S. policy announcement allowing up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef imports without out-of-quota tariffs for 90 days may impact beef prices and disincentivize herd expansion.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The average placement weight was 766.5 pounds, which is 1.5 pounds heavier than a year ago.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Total cattle on feed increased by 1.8 percent compared to last year. ottumwaradio.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The U.S. will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef imports without out-of-quota tariffs for 90 days. ottumwaradio.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Cattle placements decreased by 11 percent from the previous year. ottumwaradio.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Cattle marketings decreased by more than 7 percent from the previous year. ottumwaradio.com